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What Happened on September 3, 1857

Famous Deaths

  • Heinrich Lichtenstein, German zoologist, botanist and explorer who collected plants in Southern Africa, dies at 77
  • John McLoughlin, Canadian Hudson's Bay Co pioneer and fur trader in Oregon Country, dies at 72
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About September 3, 1857

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 166 years and 11 months
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo